Clamps
Adjustable devices designed to securely hold two objects together or to hold an object in place; used with standard-taper and ball-and-socket joints, glass and tubing assemblies, and with ring stands. Available as plastic joint clips, stainless steel pinch clamps, and taper clips.
A laboratory clamp is an essential piece of equipment used to support and secure labware and other laboratory apparatus such as flasks, reaction vessels, tubing, thermometers, probes, columns, funnels, and overhead stirrers.
Some laboratory clamps consist of a shaft and boss head, secured with hand-tightened thumbscrews, knurled nuts, or wingnuts onto a supporting rod, stand or scaffold. They may also include two- or three-pronged, adjustable closing jaws designed for gripping objects safely and securely.
Laboratory clamps are constructed of metals such as stainless steel, nickel-plated zinc, plated brass or diecast aluminum alloy for enhanced chemical, heat, and corrosion resistance. However, some components such as the adjusting screws may be made of plastic, and the prongs may also be lined or covered with cork, plastic, glass-fiber, or rubber for enhanced grip with minimal damage or breakage.
Laboratory Clamp Styles and Designs
• Universal, general-purpose clamps that are fully adjustable for accommodating and securing a wide range of items of different sizes such as columns and thermometers
• Retort clamps for securing round-bottom flasks and similar glassware
• Fork clamps for securing and supporting cone-and-socket ground glassware joints
• Three-prong extension clamps, sometimes available with spring-loaded jaws, for holding irregularly shaped or outsized objects
• Specialized clamps for securing burettes and condensers or reaction vessels
• Chain clamps, which incorporate a circular, adjustable chain loop to hold cylinders and beakers
Chemglass Life Sciences Universal Ridge Kwik Klamp II
Universal Ridge Kwik Klamp II. Universal Kwik Klamp II is constructed of aluminum that has a chemically resistant Hardcote and PTFE anodized finish. Versatile design can be used on 1/2” OD Rod. Useful in attaching temperature monitors or controllers, additional supports and clamps. The optional CG-3498-03 1/2” OD rod, bent 90° is necessary when supporting a temperature monitor or controller to a reactor stand or laboratory hood lattice.Features:• Heavy Duty Design• Corrosion Resistant• Large Clamping Knobs• Universal Design Securely Fastens To 10L Through 100L Reactor Frames And Stationary Or Mobile Benchtop Stands• 1/2" Diameter Rod Commonly Used For Lattice In Hoods• Clamps and Support Rods Can Be Mounted Horizontally Or Vertically• Secure Up To Four Different Rods, Clamps Or SupportsRidge Klamp for use with: CG-1968-X Support Frame
Cole-Parmer Shelf Grip Clamp; Nickel-Plated Zinc
Designed to affix to a bench or shelf up to 2" (51mm) thick, and attach via the integrated connector a standard 1⁄2" (1.3cm) clamp support rod. The maximum load for this clamp is 150lbs (68kg).
